Serves 4
300g long grain rice
30g butter
2 medium sized chicken breast, sliced
1 tablespoon olive oil
1/4 cup slivered almonds
1/4 cup pine nuts
1/4 cup shredded coconut
1/2 cup apricot nectar
1/2 sliced black olives
6 spring onions, chopped
1 tablespoon of chopped fresh coriander
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- Rinse the rice well then add to a pan of boiling water, boil for about 12-15 minutes or until tender, then drain well
- heat the oil and butter in a large pan, add the chicken and cook until browned all over and tender
- Combine the rice, chicken, nuts, apricots, coriander, olives, shallots and coconut in a bowl
- Add the nectar just before serving, toss the salad well.
Another great dish that can be served hot or cold, ideal for a lunchbox! This is such an Easy Chicken and Rice Recipe, I think a quick salad Recipe is perfect for hitting the right spot to stop us reaching for something naughty.
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